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More delays in DJ Warras murder case as Majola no-show in court

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The High Court in Johannesburg has again postponed the case against Warrick “DJ Warras” Stock’s murder accused, Armindo Joaquim Pacula and Victor Mthethwa Majola. Stock was fatally shot on 16 December outside a building near the Carlton Centre in Johannesburg’s central business district (CBD). Police arrested the first suspect, 44-year-old Victor Majola, on 22 December.

He is facing a schedule 6 offence of premeditated murder and conspiracy to commit murder. The Johannesburg Magistrate’s Court denied Majola bail on Monday, 26 January 2026. Pacula, the alleged gunman, was arrested on 30 January at the Marathon informal settlement in Primrose, Germiston.

He faces charges of premeditated murder, conspiracy to commit murder, and contravening the Immigration Act. In February, Pacula abandoned his bail application out of fear for his life. DJ Warras murder case delayed During his last appearance last month, Pacula expressed his intention to apply for legal aid.

This, after his previous legal representative said he would enter into a plea deal. His application was granted, as on Friday, he was represented by legal aid. However, there appeared to be confusion regarding Majola’s appearance.

While his legal representatives were in court, Majola was not. “My Lord, this morning, it seems that Mr Majola was not brought from the prison. There seems to be a problem regarding his J7.

It was indicated that he was supposed to be here on Monday, the 27th,” said the state prosecutor. “So, we’re going to request, firstly, that the matter be postponed to the 27th, so that Mr Majola can join Mr Pakula. “We are not aware of what the issue is in this matter.

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